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What Makes an Alliance Caregiver Special
The Grandma Rule® Is this someone I would hire to care for my own grandmother? This question is the guiding…
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Wound Care at Home: Do's and Don'ts
An open wound can occur for any number of reasons—from a fall as you’re walking your dog down the street…
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Does Dementia Increase the Frequency of Falls?
Whether your loved one has experienced a fall in the past or you’re worried about their potential for falling after…
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How To Help Elderly Parents From a Distance
Caring for elderly parents can be an emotionally taxing experience. It’s not easy watching your parents get older and depending…
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8 Balance Exercises for Seniors
Whether a loved one has recently experienced a balance-altering injury like a stroke or you’re simply trying to help an…
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4 Mini Stroke Symptoms in the Elderly
If you have a loved one who is an older adult, you may be on high alert for life-threatening diseases…
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What is My Loved One’s Life Expectancy After a Stroke at 70?
If someone in your life recently had an acute stroke, you probably have countless questions circling through your mind—especially about…
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The Most Common Causes of a Stroke in the Elderly
Aging is one of the most uncomfortable truths of living: as we get older, our health can decline, leaving us…
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The Most Common Old Age Diseases
Aging is normal. As we get older, we gain wisdom, cherished memories, and long-lasting relationships. However, with age comes increased…
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When Should Someone Be Offered Palliative Care?
Many people think palliative care refers to end-of-life care. While end-of-life care—also known as hospice care—is a type of palliative…